Apply for the 2026 Necsa Graduate Internship Programme for Internal Sales Administrators in Midrand. A 12-month structured programme offering training, mentorship, and industry experience for BSc graduates.
Reference Number: AECAM-INT-SALES-ADM-2025/02
Published: 18 November 2025
Location: Midrand, South Africa
Introduction
The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa) has officially announced its Graduate Internship Programme 2026 intake, offering two positions for Internal Sales Administrator interns. This initiative forms part of Necsa’s commitment to developing young scientific talent by providing a supportive and professional environment in which graduates can gain relevant workplace experience.
Designed for individuals at the beginning of their careers, the programme blends mentorship, structured training, and real-time exposure to the functioning of a dynamic sales environment within a major scientific and research organisation.
About the Internship Programme
The 12-month programme is tailored to equip recent graduates with practical skills and technical exposure essential for navigating today’s competitive job market. Interns will be integrated into the Internal Sales Department, where they will benefit from:
Key Features
- Duration: Full-time, 12 months
- Environment: Professional, supportive, and structured
- Mentorship: One-on-one coaching from senior staff
- Training: In-house workshops and system training
- Systems Exposure: SAP, GP calculators, and Medikredit
- Career Development: Practical experience aligned to industry standards
Necsa’s commitment to training ensures that interns leave with a strong foundation to advance into administrative, sales support, and scientific commercialisation environments.
Core Responsibilities of the Role
During the internship, graduates will assist in day-to-day operations, supporting the Internal Sales team through administrative and coordination tasks. Responsibilities include:
Administrative and Operational Support
- Managing emails, filing, correspondence, and telephone communication
- Monitoring departmental support mailboxes in staff absence
- Forwarding quotation requests and important emails to relevant personnel
Sales Administration
- Preparing quotations, RFQs, and tenders using GP calculators
- Ensuring all submissions meet deadlines and quality requirements
- Updating customer and supplier databases, price lists, and contact records
Data Management and Reporting
- Maintaining databases of tenders and quotations
- Calculating conversion rates for reporting
- Extracting SAP data for monthly departmental reports
Event and Client Engagement Support
- Participating in in-house workshops, departmental events, and training
- Assisting with academic days, congresses, and product launches
- Coordinating customer satisfaction surveys
- Supporting customer enquiries, complaints, and order/tender follow-ups
Medikredit and Regulatory Tasks
- Handling Nappi code registrations
- Conducting price updates
- Supporting Section 21 validations
These responsibilities provide the intern with a well-rounded understanding of the internal sales process within a technical organisation.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
The internship is designed for graduates who are ready to begin their professional journey.
Minimum Qualification
- BSc degree with Chemistry or Microbiology as a major
Experience
- No prior work experience required
- Suitable for recent graduates
Desired Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency in MS Office (SAP experience is an advantage)
- Organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to prioritise work and handle pressure
- Numerical and analytical capabilities
- Professional telephone etiquette and a customer-first mindset
- Ability to work independently and within a team
Equity and Inclusion
Necsa encourages applications from people with disabilities and supports diversity in the workplace. The internship forms part of a broader commitment to inclusive economic participation and skills development.
Important Notes for Applicants
- Acceptance into the programme does not guarantee future employment within Necsa
- Accommodation is not provided
- Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted
- Applications are strictly online
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit their applications online through the Necsa careers portal:
👉 Apply Online
📅 Closing Date: Friday, 05 December 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for assessments and interviews.
Need More Information?
For enquiries regarding the advert:
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 12 305 4109 / 3381
If applicants do not receive communication within 30 days of the closing date, they are advised to consider their application unsuccessful.
Conclusion
The 2026 Necsa Internal Sales Administrator Graduate Internship presents an exceptional opportunity for BSc graduates eager to enter the professional world. With strong mentorship, industry exposure, and hands-on administrative experience, the programme equips young professionals with the tools they need to succeed.
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